General Campground Information

Cancellation Guidelines

Campground Cancellation Guideline: This Kampgrounds of America (KOA) location has enhanced its health and safety measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic in order to better protect you, other campers, visitors, and our staff. An inherent risk of exposure to this highly contagious virus exists in any public place where people may gather. You must follow all posted rules and instructions concerning the COVID-19 virus while you are at this KOA campground. This KOA campground may have limited access to certain amenities in order to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Please call the campground to discuss specific limitations. By entering this KOA campground, you voluntarily assume all risks of exposure to the COVID-19 virus. Please help our campers enjoy this campground experience and the outdoors by adhering to all posted and supplied COVID-19 virus rules and instructions. To guarantee your campsite, a deposit equal to at least your first night will be charged to your credit card at the time you make your reservation. Make your online reservations anytime, day or night, at KOA.com. You'll receive a confirmation email from the campground once you complete your reservation. Need to Cancel? If you need to cancel your reservation, please call 309-289-2267 before the deadlines listed below to receive your deposit refund, minus a $20 cancellation fee. Text and email notifications of cancellations are not acceptable. Reservations made after these deadlines require nonrefundable deposits. Cancellations made after deadlines will result in forfeiture of all deposits.
  • RV & Tent Sites: 7 days cancellation notice is required. Notify your KOA by 4 p.m. seven days before your scheduled arrival.
  • Camping Cabins: 14 days cancellation notice required. Please notify your KOA two weeks before your scheduled arrival.
  • Reservations made after these deadlines require nonrefundable deposits. Cancellations made after deadlines will result in forfeiture of all deposits.
  • Holidays and special events 14 days cancellation notice required & special deposit and/or cancellation requirements. 
  • No refund for early departure. There shall be no refund if you choose to depart before your scheduled departure.

Check-in/ check-out times

Check-in is at 2 PM
Check-out is at 11 AM for RV; Tent sites & Cabins 10 AM.
$10.00 / Hour for early check-in.

EV Charging

Unfortunately we do not allow any type of EV Charging due to the continues draw on the electric system.

Deluxe Cabins

Escape civilization! Camp in this charming NEW Deluxe Cabin.  Certainly an upgrade compared to sleeping in a primitive tent or rustic cabin! Experience this entire cabin with a full bath. Sleeps 2 children and 2 adults. Includes queen-sized single bed and a twin-sized bunk bed, small microwave, coffee maker, mini-fridge, WiFi6 in the cabin. (Please do not cook indoors.) Quaint front porch with chairs, picnic table, and fire ring. Weber 210 gas grill with 1 gal propane. Bring your own linens, towels, shower caddy/toiletries, etc. We do have a Kamp Store with items such as ice, firewood, drinks, snacks, and basic supplies at the camp store when open. All cabins undergo an enhanced cleaning process. 1 Vehicle is allowed. Items and features may vary from KOA to KOA. No linens bring your sheets, towels, and pillows. We have disposable linens for sale in the store when open.

Pool Hours/Rules

Pool hours are 10 am - 8 pm (Water safety is important to us, please understand we may have a delayed opening time if the pool numbers need correction)
Anyone under 16 must be with an adult
Please, no pets in the pool area
No food or drinks or smoking inside the fenced area
Swim Diapers MUST be worn by infants/toddlers not yet potty-trained. We do sell them in the store.
Open Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Visitor policy

Visitors may visit from 9 AM - 8 PM. (Not over night)  $10.00 per person. They must register at the office for a parking pass and instructions.

Disc golf

Disc golf is free. Please bring your own, or we have discs available to borrow in the office.

Jumping pad

We have a new Jumbo Jumper. 
The jumping pad is fun for all ages!
Please remove your shoes and enjoy! 
Open during store hours.
We request that an adult be present.

Quiet hours

Quiet hours are from 10PM - 8AM
All children 16 and under must be at their campsite by 9PM
Children under 12 must be supervised at all times

Fishing Pond

Bring your rod and reel---
Our fishing pond is CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY
Please respect the natural environment where they live

Hiking/Walking Trails

Hiking / Walking Trails are for everyone.
Dogs are allowed, but please pick up after them!
Benches and Pet stations are available on the trails at several locations for your convenience.
Please no Golf Carts, Bicycles, or anything with wheels.

Pool Policy

ONLY REGISTERED GUESTS may use the pool.
Overcrowded pool area will force management to close it for everyone.
PLEASE-----NO SMOKING, EATING, OR DRINKING IN THE POOL AREA (WATER ONLY)
There are picnic tables alongside the outside pool fenced area for all eating and drinking.

Firewood Policy

No Carry-in firewood to prevent the spread of harmful forest pests, the state of Illinois has laws prohibiting the movement of firewood across their borders

Meet Your Hosts

I look forward to hearing from our guests on how to make the park even better! If you have any problem, please let us know while you are here so we can make your stay more enjoyable.

As the new owner of the Galesburg / Knoxville KOA Holiday, I look forward to welcoming each of you. I hope that you will make memories here with your family and friends that will last a lifetime. Please offer any suggestions that we might be able to implement to improve the park and your experience.